Lotus Evora S (Super Street)
The Lotus Evora S is a compact, mid-engined British sports car that blends everyday usability with classic Lotus chassis tuning. Powered by a supercharged Toyota-sourced V6 and wrapped in a lightweight aluminum structure, it delivers the kind of precise, road-car-meets-track-day character that makes it a favorite for sim drivers who enjoy momentum and mechanical feedback.
Key Specs (BoP-dependent, typical sim values)
Powertrain: 3.5L supercharged Toyota 2GR-FE V6 (mid-mounted, transverse)
Total Output: ~345 hp (257 kW)
Redline: ~7,000–7,200 rpm
Transmission: 6-speed manual or automated manual (IPS in some trims)
Weight: ~1,384 kg
Dimensions: ~4,350 mm long × 1,850 mm wide × 1,220 mm tall | Wheelbase 2,575 mm
Tires: Performance road tires on lightweight alloy wheels
Brakes: Ventilated discs with performance calipers
Layout: Mid-engine, rear-wheel drive
In the Simulator Feel
The Evora S is a nimble, balanced sports car that rewards smooth driving and proper weight transfer. It is more forgiving than Lotus' ultra-light track specials, but it still has that trademark Lotus sense of steering purity and chassis communication. The mid-engine layout gives it strong rotation on entry and excellent stability in fast sweepers, while the supercharged torque makes it easier to drive on corner exit than a naturally aspirated equivalent.
Engine & Sound: The supercharged V6 gives the Evora S a broad, usable torque band with a muscular midrange punch and a characteristic blower whine under load. It is not an exotic screamer, but it has a clean, urgent soundtrack that suits the car’s refined but serious personality.
Handling Characteristics:
Cornering: Excellent front-end bite and neutral balance when driven cleanly. Can rotate eagerly if you lift or trail brake aggressively.
Traction: Strong for a mid-engine road car, though sudden throttle inputs can still provoke oversteer at the limit.
Braking: Confident and stable, with good pedal feel for a street-focused car.
Top Speed: Respectable, but the Evora S is more about corner speed and flow than outright straight-line pace.
Driving Style Tip: Keep the car flowing. The Evora S shines when you carry momentum, brake in a straight line, and feed throttle in progressively. It’s a great choice for technical circuits where chassis balance matters more than horsepower.
Livery & Aesthetics: The Evora S wears Lotus' trademark low-slung proportions with elegant body surfacing, compact overhangs, and a purposeful rear haunch. It looks exotic without being overstyled, and in sim it has the kind of clean, functional presence that makes it feel at home on both road courses and track days.
Whether you're running hot laps or simply enjoying a well-balanced sports car, the Lotus Evora S delivers classic Lotus handling with a usable dose of turbocharged punch.